2016 Map of Selawik C-6 NW

About this map

Hotham Inlet dominates this coastal landscape in the Northwest Arctic, where complex waterways weave through a low-lying marshland environment. The map details the intricate hydrography of the region, specifically focusing on the Lewis Rich Channel and the Olikatuk Channel as they navigate the shoreline of the inlet. This area is defined by its seasonal shift between land and water, with numerous unnamed ponds and wetlands surrounding these primary channels. This 2016 survey documents the shifting aquatic boundaries of the Alaska coast, providing a clear record of the maritime topography within the boundaries of T16N R15W and T15N R14W. Researchers of Arctic geography will find the exact contours of these coastal channels particularly useful for understanding the drainage patterns of the Selawik region.